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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) in Romania: Our Best Clinics and Costs 2025

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Our Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) Packages in Romania April 2025

Romania, Bucharest
General surgeon - Catalin Copaescu
Catalin Copaescu
32 years of experience
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  • Technique: Revisional gastric sleeve surgery (sleeve gastrectomy)
  • Catalin Copaescu is the director of the Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence at Ponderas Academic Hospital.
  • Ponderas Academic Hospital is home to the Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence in Bucharest, Romania.
  • Included Services: Blood tests, cosmetic kit, shampoo and lotion, 24-hour nurse services, consultations with specialists, hospitalization.
  • Stay Info: 3 days in the hospital, 5 days in the hotel, not included in the price.
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Package price
$14897
Romania, Bucharest
General surgeon - Catalin Copaescu
Catalin Copaescu
32 years of experience
Surgeon's portfolio
Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy):  Before and After Photos. Explore patients' results Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy):  Before and After Photos. Explore patients' results Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy):  Before and After Photos. Explore patients' results
  • Technique: Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • Dr. Catalin Copaescu performs over 1000 GI metabolic procedures annually, specializing in laparoscopic and robotic-assisted techniques.
  • Ponderas Academic Hospital is renowned for its bariatric surgery center of excellence in Bucharest, Romania.
  • Included Services: Electrocardiogram (ECG), blood tests, consultations with anesthesiologist, cardiologist, nutritionist, bariatric surgeon, hospitalization.
  • Stay Info: 2 days in hospital, 5 days in hotel, accommodations not included in price.
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$9439
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Romania, Bucharest
General surgeon - Simona Filip
Simona Filip
25 years of experience
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  • Technique: Gastric Sleeve Surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
  • Ionut Hutopila is a Master Surgeon in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery, accredited by the SRC.
  • Ponderas Academic Hospital holds 10 international accreditations, showcasing exceptional bariatric care standards.
  • Included Services: 24-hr nurse services, medical examination, post-operative care, ECG, general anesthesia, preoperative tests, sedation, blood tests, consultations with specialists, hospitalization.
  • Stay Info: 2 days in the hospital, 5 days in a hotel, accommodation included in the price.
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Package price
$8529
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Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) Overview in Romania

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Surgery Time - 2 hours
Stay in the country - 7 days
Rehabilitation - 60 days
Anesthesia - General anesthesia
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Day 1

  • Arrival at the airport.
  • VIP transfer to the clinic.
  • Check-in at the 4-star hotel.

Day 2

  • Consultation with a nutritionist.
  • Consultation with a bariatric surgeon.
  • Preoperative tests and investigations.

Day 3

  • Gastric Sleeve Surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) under general anesthesia.
  • Duration of the surgery: 1-2 hours.

Day 4-7

  • Postoperative care in the clinic.
  • Regular check-ups by the medical team.
  • Starting a liquid diet.

Week 2-4

  • Rehabilitation starts with regular walks.
  • Gradual transition to a soft diet.

Week 5

  • Return to light work activities.

Week 6

  • Return to moderate physical activities.

Week 12

  • Transition to a normal diet.
  • Return to full physical activities.

6 Months Post-Operation

  • Expected final result of weight loss.

Please note that this is a general timeline and each individual"s recovery may vary.

How Much Does Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) Cost in Romania?

The average price of Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) in Romania is $10955, the minimum price is $8529, and the maximum price is $14897.
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The best medical centers for gastric sleeve surgery abroad are presented in the list below. The ranking is composed according to Bookimed Medical Doctors’ expert opinion and patients’ sleeve surgery reviews.

Sleeve gastrectomy is one of the most widespread types of bariatric procedures. Over 51% of all weight loss surgeries are performed applying sleeve reduction method.

Discover the Best Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy) Clinics in Romania: 1 Verified Option and Prices
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Ponderas Academic Hospital
Highest-Rated Clinic for Gastric sleeve surgery (Sleeve gastrectomy)
Romania, Bucharest
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Ponderas Academic Hospital is a private multi-specialty medical center in Bucharest, Romania. With surgeons boasting over 30 years of hands-on experience, the hospital has combined diverse medical and surgical specialties under one roof.

The hospital holds 10 international accreditations from JCI, SRC, and IFSO—a testament to the exceptional bariatric care in Romania and internationally. The facility doesn't just follow global healthcare standards—it embodies them. Patients come from near and far, knowing they'll receive first-rate treatment in this cutting-edge facility regardless of where they call home.

At Ponderas, patients benefit from complete medical support: thorough diagnostics, surgical intervention, and careful post-op monitoring with long-term follow-up care.

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accreditations:

Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Joint Commission International  certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Surgical Review Corporation  certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Robotic Surgery Center of Exellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
Colorectal Surgery Center for Excellence certificate for Ponderas Academic Hospital
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